31 May 2019
Senior Girls Soccer Ms Pashley
Junior Girls Soccer Ms Pene
Senior Boys Soccer Ms Smith
Junior Boys Soccer Mr Penman
Senior Mixed Netball – Ms Tuazon
Junior Netball – Ms Joseph
Senior and Junior Girls Soccer
Last Friday both teams had a BYE round so we walked down to Airey Park to make use of this warm, sunny autumn day. We utilised this valuable time to have an extended training session to further develop their skills and technique.
We began our training session with dribbling relays with three levels of difficulty. We first started with the team dribbling from one side of the soccer field to the other to improve our ball control and speed. This was followed by dribbling the ball and passing the ball to their team player at the three-quarter mark. We then ended with the players passing the ball to each other down the line and running back to the front (tunnel/captain ball style).
After lunch, we introduced a new game to the team called ‘Kings, Queens, and Jacks’. In a 3v3 style mini game, the students were required to play a fierce yet fast game of soccer. After 4 minutes, the winning team would then move “up” to the next level (e.g. Jacks to Queens) and the unsuccessful team of the match would move down and battle their new opposing team.
These competitive, fastpaced rounds allowed all students to be actively involved, developing their skills and demonstrating their technique. The team loved it, especially the competitive nature of the game.
We then ended our skill development session with a game of soccer (mixed teams). We love any opportunity for the junior and senior teams to learn from and with each other!
It was a valuable afternoon of training to set our team up for success! We look forward to next week’s game against Newington PS at Centenary Park!
Coach Pashley and Coach Pene
Senior Boys Soccer
Last Friday the team notched up their first win of the season against Burwood PS. The scoring was opened early in the first half after some solid teamwork led to a great shot from Ahmet being saved only for Ridhwan to pounce on the spilled ball and slot it away. More great teamwork led to Sebastian rounding the keeper and splitting two defenders for a goal. Fantastic passing and defence allowed us to keep the pressure on and add another goal before the end of the half.
We lost our shape in the second half and squandered numerous opportunities but were still able to put on two more goals to end the game at five nil. Ridhwan finished with four but the teamwork and defence that generated the goals, particularly in the first half was outstanding. Well done team.
Mr Smith
Junior Boys Soccer
Last Friday Homebush West played against Burwood PS at Mason Park. Although this was one of our best games, unfortunately we were not able to bring home a win. We had some strong attacking opportunities, which kept the opposition on their toes. Thank you to Krish and Luka for running the ball up, with Derek on the wing supporting.
Our defence and clearance rate this game was at an all-time high, Hugo, Yath and Arjan, were all over the ball this week clearing it away from our goals, stopping a scoring opportunity. The team are continually improving, it’s great to see them consistently on the up. Our training was focussing on passing the ball with space, communication, goal kicking and accuracy. All players are becoming familiar with their positions which is thoroughly improving our game.
Mr Penman
Senior Mixed Netball
Last Friday we played against Homebush PS. Both teams improved a lot in defence but reflected that we need to spread out more and throw the ball quicker. The A Team lost 11 - 4, while the B Team won 7 - 0. Mrs Tuazon was very impressed and gave amazing feedback to all players. Both teams worked hard using their outside arm in defence and driving with the ball and moving the ball around in the shooting circle. The players of the week were Akshath for his great shooting and Jayaditya for some amazing defence and intercepts. Next week, the seniors are looking forward to another great match.
Written by: Saanvi and Chinmayee
Junior Netball
Last week the teams played against Homebush PS, fortunately both teams won! The Junior A team played a fast paced game. In the first 2 minutes Homebush scored a goal, which put us on the back foot. At the next centre pass we worked the ball quickly into the circle and were able to level the score. From then on we were able to steadily defend and covert. This week also saw us use the skills we have been learning in training. Some of these skills were driving into the circle and using your outer arm to defend and attack. Final score for the A team was was 6-1. Well done A’s!
Written by Grace
The final score for the B team was 6-0. The game had great defence and attack on both sides. Kobina was outstanding this week as Goal Shooter, which saw her awarded player of the game. We hope to have more fun games like this. Well done B’s.
Written by Sadhvika